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I Noticed People Using Masks To Protect Themselves From Viruses All Wrong, So I Created These Infocomics To Explain How To Use Them Properly

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion and controversy about mask usage. It is crucial for the right people to wear masks if we are to stop the spread of COVID-19 in our communities. The good news is, if everyone does this, we can prevent the spread of other infectious diseases as well!

The coronavirus comic in my previous post is missing some other precautions from WHO, which some astute commenters have pointed out. I’m planning to create a new one that includes the latest recommendations from WHO and have started getting all my coronavirus and COVID-19-related comics vetted by doctors.

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The fact that my simple comic covering the basic aspects of keeping safe from the coronavirus has gone viral has made me realize there is a large gap in risk communication to the public when an epidemic strikes.

I Noticed People Using Masks To Protect Themselves From Viruses All Wrong, So I Created These Infocomics To Explain How To Use Them Properly

That is why I’ve chosen to continue fighting misinformation by publishing more COVID-19 “health advisory” comics. It is essential that the public is aware of basic facts on COVID-19 and understands their government’s strategy to combat it within their countries. I hope these free comics will be able to cut through the misinformation and educate communities in countries with weak health systems, as well as countries in conflict or poor governance, because they are the least likely to have access to credible sources of information. Misinformation about diseases is dangerous to one’s self and society at large.

I Noticed People Using Masks To Protect Themselves From Viruses All Wrong, So I Created These Infocomics To Explain How To Use Them Properly

Thanks go to doctors Kenneth Tan Kian Wee and Ariel Quahe for their advice and help in understanding the topic better. Any errors are mine.

I Noticed People Using Masks To Protect Themselves From Viruses All Wrong, So I Created These Infocomics To Explain How To Use Them Properly

Thank you for the response to my first post! If you haven’t seen it yet, click here. If you would like to find all the comics, current and future in one place, go to my website. You can find translations in dozens of languages made by many volunteers, download the comics, and maybe even donate.

I Noticed People Using Masks To Protect Themselves From Viruses All Wrong, So I Created These Infocomics To Explain How To Use Them Properly

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Based in Singapore, Weiman is a full time user experience designer and part time illustrator who likes to draw cute and informative doodles. Her work can be found on https://www.comicsforgood.com/

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Based in Singapore, Weiman is a full time user experience designer and part time illustrator who likes to draw cute and informative doodles. Her work can be found on https://www.comicsforgood.com/

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My name is Aelita and I have been an Editor for Bored Panda since 2019. I spend my days working with my amazing team and making articles the best they can be. Fantasy and magic have always ruled over my world, from movies to TV shows, to Video Games to tabletop games like Dungeos and Dragons, I try to find magic in every part of my life. Writing is a big part of me too, I hope to publish a fantasy novel one day. I also enjoy playing guitar and singing, as music always help me to get in a great mood. I have an adorable German Shepherd named Hela and we get into all kinds of adventures together.

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Amber Crouch 4 years ago

Also keep in mind that some people who look healthy are wearing masks because they're imunocompromised. People with copd, cancer and chronic illness are at higher risk of catching something and will have a harder time fighting it off.

28points

Spikey Bunny 4 years ago

I have severe asthma, and terrible allergies. I tend to catch everything and it almost always ends up in my lungs. Yes, I get a flu shot every year, and a pneumonia shot every 5 years. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't actually pretty scared of this virus even though I don't live in an area with Covid-18 cases right now... I think about masks, but they are uncomfortable, frustrating, and people don't understand when they see me wearing one. Looks like I'll just keep washing my hands and staying at home as much as possible. At least warm weather is coming soon and the sun will feel warm on my face as I sit alone in my garden.

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Ada Ho 4 years ago

Thats wrong!!! Remember you can still spread the virus during the incubation period. ie, the period when you catch the virus but no symptoms yet. Thats why people travelled from countries with outbreak should isolate for 14 days even they are feeling healthy! The incubation period for Wuhan virus can be up to 24 days! So if you only wear mask if you are sick, you could already be spreading the virus to thousands of people!!

19points

Rodolfo Aguinaldo 4 years ago

sadly the case indeed, im sick and tired of people who keep saying "blah blah if you're sick" , the fact of the matter is that covid19's greatest advantage is that it spreads before you start showing symptoms.

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